How to soothe baby during teething?

Your baby is crying , restless, and refusing to sleep. You feel helpless in the face of their behavior and want to soothe them quickly. By observing them, you understand the reasons for their discomfort: these are the symptoms of teething. Babies don't all experience pain the same way: with or without a fever, they react differently. From natural remedies to medication, here is all of Biostime's advice to help relieve this painful teething.

Natural solutions to alleviate the symptoms of baby teething

Few medications are approved for very young children, yet they truly suffer when their baby teeth are coming in. Massages or cold compresses then play a vital role. Here are a few solutions to use liberally to soothe your child. You'll see: sometimes just a few simple measures are enough to calm your little one.

1- Gentle gestures filled with love

The first solution to try to reduce your child's discomfort is something everyone can do. Teething can be distressing for little ones: they don't understand the pain. Comfort them, hold them, and rock them. Don't dramatize the situation and breathe, so your anxiety doesn't show. By cuddling your little one, you're already giving them a lot of comfort.

2- Prevent irritations caused by saliva

Mouth irritation is one of the side effects of teething. The skin, in contact with saliva, feels tight and tingly, and sometimes dermatitis (inflammation of the superficial layers of the skin) develops. The pain of teething is quite enough: prevent skin problems with a few simple steps.

• Wipe your child's face regularly.
• Apply a little lip balm around her mouth.
• Ask a pharmacist for a perioral cream suitable for your child's age (on the advice of a healthcare professional).

These initial steps prevent adding skin pain to that of teething.

3- Massages: a shared moment to soothe your baby

The gentle rubbing of your fingers on your child's gums soothes them. Have you noticed? Rub them softly:

• With a clean finger;
• With a damp, washed cloth.

The relief is immediate: the pressure applied, combined with the gentle massages, reduces the pain by stimulating blood circulation.

Good to know. Grandma's remedies aren't always the best. Some recommend massaging your gums with honey, others with a sugar cube. We don't recommend these tips, as they could encourage cavities.

4- The teething ring: an essential accessory

Your baby is fussy, restless, putting their fists in their mouth, and their cheeks are flushed: the signs of teething are unmistakable. Help them soothe the pain with a cute teething ring. You have several options:

• The classic teething ring, made of rubber or silicone. It goes everywhere with your baby: you'll find a model they'll love among a wide variety of colors and sizes.
• The chilled teething ring: it contains water or a blue gel. It's very effective because not only does the cold temporarily numb the pain, but it's also anti-inflammatory. A must-have in your cupboards!

Good to know. Strict regulations govern the sale of these types of rings to ensure their safe use for your child. At home, wash this accessory regularly with soapy water.

5- Medication for pain and fever during teething

Your child is clearly suffering from teething: you've noticed all the symptoms. To help, you've tried all the natural methods, but he continues to cry, fuss, and be fussy.

6- Temperature: an indicator to consider

Fever should be monitored during teething:

• Take her temperature: if her fever exceeds 38.5°C, or if her behavior seems abnormal, don't hesitate to consult a doctor. Teething may not be the only reason for her discomfort.
• Even if the symptoms don't worry you, ask your doctor for advice on the best way to relieve them. For very young children, it's often recommended to use only one remedy to soothe pain and reduce fever: paracetamol.

7- Anesthetic gel: a dangerous drug

According to health insurance providers, anesthetic gels pose a real danger to toddlers. They should be avoided because they diminish the swallowing reflex.

Relieving your child's teething pain is possible: this natural process begins very early, as early as 4 months for the most eager. The last permanent teeth, except for wisdom teeth, usually appear around the age of six. It's a long road ahead!

SOURCES:

Teething: What to do? | ameli.fr | Insured

HEALTH. How to soothe your baby's teething pain? (dna.fr)